Edine Kynn
Rekela Edine Kynn
Caleme is the seat of the Cardinal of
Kaldor and is held by the Order of the
Spear of Shattered Sorrow from the king.
Founded in 240, Caleme houses an
impressive temple, the Cardinal’s palace,
a cloister for resident clergy, an academy
for noble children, and a chapter house of the
Order of the Lady of Paladins.
Cardinal Edine Kynn has led the Kaldoric church
since the murder of his corrupt predecessor, Kalabin
Elendsa in 708. Before that, he had served as Rekela of
Nurez since 701. Wealthy, energetic, and heavily involved
in affairs of state, Cardinal Kynn has risen far above his
humble roots as second son of the Bailiff of Trilgen
(Fisen). His success has been aided by a close friendship
with the Earl of Balim.
In addition to his religious duties, Cardinal Kynn
administers the widespread church estates throughout
Kaldor, assisted by four Rekelas at Abriel, Brynd, Cholas,
and Ledyne. All are members of the clerical Order of the
Spear of Shattered Sorrow. Since taking office, Cardinal
Kynn has appointed Rekela Dariune, Rekela Bantire,
and Rekela Indama. After Indama’s unexpected death
in 714, the Cardinal replaced him with Rekela Hadan,
an academic who has proven far less biddable than
expected. He hopes to do better when the aged Rekela of
Serelind dies.
The Order of the Lady of Paladins holds extensive
lands; most are held by a Reblena. The majority of these
holdings are devoted to generating revenue to support
the five largest chapters. Each large chapter house
maintains at least 10 knights and 20 medium foot.
The most senior Reblena, Sir Houla Artona, holds
nearby Whyce chapter house. He is a competent and
effective military commander charged with defending the
Fur Road. The Sheriff of Meselyne has made it clear that
he requires no assistance from Whyce, which places a
distinct chill on their relationship.
The Cardinal plans to call for a great survey of all
church holdings in Kaldor. A complete inventory of the
land, livestock, and other assets of every church fief in
the kingdom would allow the Cardinal to better assess
the tithe due from each holding. Additionally, it would
allow him to determine what resources the church
could muster during a succession crisis. The Rekelas
and landowning knights are averse to this audit of their
fiefs. The Cardinal seeks trusted men to carry out the
survey safely and accurately.
Rank: Cardinal
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